Chunky Red Dal Soup

This savory, Moroccan-spiced soup gets a flavor kick from harissa, a hot condiment made by preserving chiles in salt. Look for it in Middle Eastern markets, or substitute any chile paste. Pack the soup in a microwave-safe container with a whole wheat pita, a carton of yogurt, and a handful of dried fruit and nuts in a zip-top plastic bag. (From Laurie: I added about 3 cups of water to this just to make a bigger volume...I don't think it would really feed five if made as described here...)